faithp

My memories of being overweight go all the way back to kindergarten.  I played Mrs. Santa Claus in the school play.  I can even remember the red and white dress I wore that day.  I always knew I was bigger than everyone else..........especially since then.
I've never been a thin person, actually the least I ever remember weighing was 150 lbs and that was in middle school.  I always wanted to be like the other girls.  People only paid attention to me because of my tough, yet comedic personality.  I was always the center of attention, whether it was getting in trouble or making people laugh.
This Friday, 12/12/14 all of that changes.  At the age of 54 I am having gastric sleeve surgery.  I have been determined since I started this journey 3 months ago.  I know I can do it.  I know I want to do it.  I know the only thing holding me back from being the person I've always wanted to be is me.
As of today I am on day 7 of my all liquids pre-op diet.  It may be one of the hardest things I've ever done in my life.  Only 5 more days......then 4.....then 3.....and so on.  At least thats what I keep telling myself.
I started this journey at my highest weight ever.........306 pounds.  More than twice the weight of that middle school girls who thought she was overweight THEN.  I hope I can be a motivator, because if I can do this.....I may very well be able to do anything.
 
Prayers for Strength to all of us.
Faithp